Human growth hormone (HGH), also known as somatotropin, is a peptide hormone that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration. Some key effects of HGH include:
- Increases muscle mass and decreases body fat. HGH stimulates the growth of muscle tissue and increases the breakdown of fats. This leads to increased lean body mass and decreased body fat when combined with proper exercise and nutrition.
- Strengthens bones. By stimulating osteoblast cells, HGH increases bone mineral content and strengthens overall bone mass. This is especially important as we age.
- Boosts exercise performance. By building lean muscle mass and reducing body fat, HGH improves strength, endurance, exercise capacity and metabolism. Athletes may see performance gains.
- Enhances energy and mood. By improving REM sleep quality and increasing IGF-1 production, HGH can elevate energy levels, improve mood, and reduce anxiety. Skin health may also improve.
- Improves sexual performance. By maintaining muscle mass and bone density, improving energy, mood and skin health, HGH can often enhance libido and sexual performance.
- Strengthens immune system. HGH stimulates the thymus gland and lymph nodes to produce more immune cells like T cells and macrophages. This fortifies immune response.
- Speeds up healing. By stimulating cell and tissue growth, HGH can quicken wound healing and recovery times from both injury and exercise. Muscle tears may heal faster.
- Slows aging process. As we age, HGH levels decline significantly, resulting in increased body fat, decreased muscle mass, lower bone density, reduced energy levels, and slower healing. Restoring HGH levels can help reverse some age-related decline.
However,
HGH supplementation remains controversial in healthy individuals due to limited research on long-term safety and effectiveness. Potential side effects include
joint pain, edema, carpal tunnel syndrome, and increased cancer risk if abused.
But for those with a clinical growth hormone deficiency, HGH therapy under proper medical supervision can be life-changing. Contact our specialists at
Prime Hormone Solutions to see if you're a candidate for replacement therapy. We offer state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and personalized treatment plans to help adults correct hormone imbalances and start feeling their best again!